Volusia County Climate
Volusia County, Florida
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
71.4°F
Annual Precip
52.7"
Annual Snowfall
0.0"
Extreme Heat Days
64
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
9b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
7,891
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Volusia County
Climate Verdict
Volusia County has a warm, averaging 71.4°F year-round, moderately wet with 52.7 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 63.5 days annually above 90°F, virtually no measurable snowfall. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are exceptionally mild, with January averaging 58.7°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.8°F. The climate is remarkably stable year-round, with only a 23°F difference between January and July. January is typically the coldest month and August the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Volusia County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Volusia County closely matches the Florida statewide average temperature of 71.0°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Florida, the county experiences 28.516720753993468 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Volusia County Weather
Atlantic influence warms the air
Volusia’s 71.4°F average temperature is significantly warmer than the national median. The Atlantic influence creates a distinct coastal subtropical environment.
Slightly warmer than state average
At 71.4°F, the county is just above the Florida state average of 71.1°F. It is one of the warmer coastal counties in the central-east region.
Benefiting from coastal breezes
Volusia is warmer than inland Sumter (69.6°F) but benefits from coastal breezes that limit extreme heat. It receives 52.7 inches of rain, which is consistent with the surrounding coastal belt.
Fewer extreme heat days
Coastal winds keep extreme heat days to just 64 per year, far fewer than inland neighbors. Winters are the warmest in this group, averaging 60.4°F with no snow.
Home maintenance and mild winters
The mild 64 days of extreme heat make outdoor planning easier than in the Florida interior. Homeowners should focus on salt-air resistant materials and standard HVAC for the 52.7 inches of rain.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.